Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BA15 · Wiltshire
27
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BA21 · Somerset
410
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bradford-on-Avon has less crime — 27 vs 410 incidents in February 2026.
Yeovil recorded substantially more crime than Bradford-on-Avon in February 2026 — 410 incidents compared to 27, a 15.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bradford-on-Avon sees higher rates of Public order (8), while Yeovil has more Shoplifting (73). Bradford-on-Avon is below the national average while Yeovil is above, making Bradford-on-Avon the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Bradford-on-Avon recorded fewer crimes than Yeovil — 27 vs 410 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Bradford-on-Avon is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bradford-on-Avon saw higher rates of Public order while Yeovil had more Shoplifting. Overall, Bradford-on-Avon recorded fewer total crimes (27 vs 410).